Preparing for the future
Our climate is changing, our infrastructure is aging, and our population is increasing. Investment in our pipes, pump stations, reservoirs, and treatment plants is critical in preparing for the future and ensuring that customers have a safe, clean, reliable water supply today and tomorrow.
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See water differently
Sustainable water reuse
Phoenix water supplies
Reduce your water footprintHow you can help
The graphic below shows different ways residents can help around the house either conserve water or put less of a burden on the wastewater system.
Tap or hover over each area below to learn more about how to conserve
CONSERVING WATER IN THE BATHROOM
- Shorten your shower by a minute or two and you’ll save up to 150 gallons per month.
- Put food coloring in your toilet tank. If it seeps into the bowl without flushing, there’s a leak. Fix it and start saving gallons.
- Install water-saving aerators on all of your faucets.
- Grab a wrench and fix that leaky faucet. It’s simple, inexpensive, and you can save 140 gallons a week.
CONSERVING WATER IN THE KITCHEN
- Soak pots and pans instead of letting the water run while you scrape them clean.
- Install an instant water heater near your kitchen sink so you don’t have to run the water while it heats up. This also reduces energy costs.
- Dishwashers typically use less water than washing dishes by hand. Now, Energy Star dishwashers save even more water and energy.
- Don’t use running water to thaw food. For water efficiency and food safety, defrost food in the refrigerator.
CONSERVING WATER IN THE LAUNDRY ROOM
- When doing laundry, match the water level to the size of the load.
- Run your washer and dishwasher only when they are full. You can save up to 1,000 gallons a month.
- Washing dark clothes in cold water saves water and energy, and helps your clothes retain their color.
- When shopping for a new washing machine, compare resource savings among Energy Star models. Some can save up to 20 gallons of water per load.
CONSERVING WATER IN THE GARAGE
- For more immediate hot water and energy savings, insulate hot water pipes.
- Set water softeners for a minimum number of refills to save both water and chemicals, plus energy, too.
- Use a commercial car wash that recycles water. Or, wash your car on the lawn, and you’ll water your grass at the same time.
CONSERVING WATER IN THE YARD
- Check your sprinkler system frequently and adjust sprinklers so only your lawn is watered and not the house, sidewalk or street.
- Minimize evaporation by watering during the early morning hours when temperatures are cooler and winds are lighter.
- Water only when necessary. More plants die from over-watering than from under-watering.
- Use drip irrigation for shrubs and trees to apply water directly to the roots, where it’s needed.
CONSERVING WATER IN THE POOL
- Use a pool cover to help keep your pool clean, reduce chemical use and prevent water loss through evaporation.
- Make sure your swimming pools, fountains and ponds are equipped with recirculating pumps.
- If you have an automatic refilling device, check your pool periodically for leaks.
